Office of JD Admission

Frequently Asked Questions

The Office of JD Admission receives numerous questions each semester from prospective students. The most-frequently asked have been answered below.
Please contact the Office of Admission with further questions.

John Marshall is home to more than 40 student organizations, each
with their own legal concentration. However, since the first year of law school is extremely demanding, first-year
students are advised to minimize their participation in these organizations until they feel comfortable with their
primary workload. Additionally, the Student Bar Association hosts a "Student
Organization Day" each semester to showcase the variety of student organizations offered.

The John Marshall Law School has an in-house Writing Resource Center,
staffed by three writing advisors and directed by a full-time writing advisor. Writing advisors in the Center assist faculty members with their writing
instruction and help students develop their writing skills by conducting group workshops and individual conferences.

Yes, The John Marshall Law School Student Handbook provides the student body with a resource of rules and regulations, academic programs, and departments, as well as a comprehensive list of student activities.

Foreign students need to submit the Foreign Application Supplement form along with their
completed application. If their transcripts are not in English, they must be evaluated by an agency such as WES.
Even if the transcripts are in English, it is recommended that students have their transcripts and credentials evaluated, so that the
equivalent courses can be noted. Foreign students who plan to attend The John Marshall Law School with a
student visa also need to submit proof of enough funds or support for one year of attendance at the school.

Yes. The evening division offers a part-time JD program requiring an estimated four years and one summer session
for completion. Evening division classes for first-year students are held Monday-Thursday between 6-9 p.m. Some classes are offered on Saturday
mornings for those who find this schedule more convenient.